Activists say companies routinely punish employees who try to organize unions – and get away with it.
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Puritan evacuates Pittsfield factory Thursday due to carbon monoxide
The factory was evacuated Thursday night and workers were sent home. On Friday, the problem was discovered to be a malfunctioning heater leaking carbon monoxide.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Tech, health care stocks help lift S&P 500, Dow to record highs
Investors are showing cautious optimism about the economic recovery, especially in the U.S.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Politics
Finance commissioner details breakdowns, rising cost of state’s payroll software system
The Legislature’s Government Oversight Committee is considering whether to open an investigation into a technology upgrade that has cost the state more than $34 million to date and is years behind schedule.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Amazon warehouse workers reject union bid in Alabama
The National Labor Relations Board says 1,798 employees voted against the union while 738 were for it.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Lisbon greenhouse announces major expansion
Projected to be complete by 2026, the addition will increase Springworks’ capacity by more than 20 times their current production.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Boeing: possible electrical issue in some 737 Max aircraft
Boeing says it has informed 16 of its customers that they should address a possible electrical issue in certain 737 Max aircraft before using them further.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Central Maine Healthcare CEO to retire in September
Jeffrey L. Brickman has worked over 40 years in the medical field, including 5 at Central Maine Healthcare.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Skowhegan man charged with using PPP loan for a barber pole light, church donation
Nathan Reardon was charged in relation to 4 separate applications for federal Paycheck Protection Program loans totaling nearly $240,000.
Posted inBusiness, Times Record
Woman-owned brewery to open in Lisbon
Olive Pit Brewing Co., the town’s first brewery, will cater to the growing female beer consumer, according to owner Christy Cain.